Exhaust Y-Pipe: Installation

NOTE: Always install new fasteners and gaskets. Clean flange faces prior to new gasket installation to make sure of correct sealing.

1.

Install the exhaust Y-pipe with a new gasket and nuts.
- Using soapy water, attach the isolator to the exhaust Y-pipe.
- Hand-tighten all fasteners.

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2.

Tighten the exhaust Y-pipe-to-LH catalytic converter manifold nuts.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

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3.

Tighten the exhaust Y-pipe-to-RH catalytic converter nuts.
- Alternately tighten the 2 nuts to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

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